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In Living Color!
Jerry Craft, Lynn Johnston
Paperback (Mamas Boyz Inc, Jan. 22, 2017)Educational Description: Graphic novel; multimedia format, satire, point of view; 16 year old male main character, story elements: setting, plot and character development, illustrations enhance meaning and tone, humorous, figurative language and nuances in word meaning. Themes: coming of age, friendship, diversity, family, contemporary social issues, appreciating MOM. Back matter: Non-fiction: My Life in Comics, autobiographical; about the author, Jerry Craft - overcoming diversity as an African-American artist in the comic book industry, How-To draw cartoons.
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The Offenders: : Saving the World While Serving Detention!
Jerry Craft, Jaylen Craft, Aren Craft
Hardcover (Mama's Boyz, Inc., Aug. 1, 2015)BULLIES BEWARE! A freak accident gives five middle school kids (from very diverse backgrounds) super powers. But instead of being able to transform into cool super-beings, they are forced to take on the characteristics of the kids they pick on. Now they're the ones who are being teased, and by the same kids who they are trying to help! Sure their abilities may be at an all-time high, but do they really have what it takes to save their school when their self-esteem is at an all-time low? The only thing they know for sure is they're about to learn one "powerful" lesson in compassion!
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My Surgery
Dr. Tiffany Owens, from a child's perspective. Easy to read and understand for children of most ages and parents alike. Multicultural Children's book exploring the fears & joys of having outpatient surgery, Jerry Craft
Paperback (Mama Boyz Inc, Feb. 19, 2013)A comforting , yet informative tale of any child's outpatient surgical experience. The story follows children throughout their big day: from the time they wake up, to hospital check in, Anesthesia and discharge experiences are detailed. My surgery was designed to ease the concerns of parents and children alike in a friendly rhythmic colorful manner.
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Mama's Boyz: In Living Color!
Jerry Craft
Hardcover (Mamas Boyz Inc, March 5, 2017)Educational Description: Graphic novel; multimedia format, satire, point of view; 16 year old male main character, story elements: setting, plot and character development, illustrations enhance meaning and tone, humorous, figurative language and nuances in word meaning. Themes: coming of age, friendship, diversity, family, contemporary social issues, appreciating MOM. Back matter: Non-fiction: My Life in Comics, autobiographical; about the author, Jerry Craft - overcoming diversity as an African-American artist in the comic book industry, How-To draw cartoons.
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